toasting fork
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of toasting fork
First recorded in 1830–40
Example Sentences
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“No, it’s the toasting fork, with Mother’s shoe on it instead of the bread. Beth’s stage-struck!” cried Meg, and the rehearsal ended in a general burst of laughter.
From Literature
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As the book opens, Ettie, holding the toasting fork, answers the doorbell.
From Washington Post
A black pan, a bowl and a toasting fork sit on a folded white cloth on a dark grey table; the background is a warm brown.
From The Guardian
That discreet hour was on the wane before Mr. Horrobin was to be seen at work with a kettle, a caddy, and a toasting fork.
From Project Gutenberg
No, it's the toasting fork, with mother's shoe on it instead of the bread.
From Project Gutenberg
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